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澳门经济发展稳中向好有底气
Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-08-03 19:14

Economic Growth - Macau's GDP for Q2 2025 reached 100.38 billion MOP, showing a year-on-year growth of 5.1%, despite a 1.3% decline in Q1, resulting in a 1.8% growth for the first half of the year [1] - The tourism sector is a key driver of Macau's economic recovery, supported by various central government policies [2][3] Tourism Recovery - The number of inbound tourists to Macau exceeded 19.21 million in the first half of the year, marking a 14.9% increase year-on-year, with significant growth from Zhuhai (57.0%) and the Greater Bay Area [2] - The "Tourism+" initiative has diversified tourism offerings, attracting a younger and more family-oriented demographic [3] Cultural Integration - The successful application for UNESCO World Heritage status for Macau's historical district has enhanced cultural tourism, with events like the International Culinary City Carnival promoting local culture [4][5] - Various cultural events and festivals are continuously held, contributing to Macau's reputation as a "City of Events" and enhancing the tourism environment [6] Investment and Development - The development of the Hengqin Guangdong-Macau Deep Cooperation Zone is expected to attract more investment and talent, supporting Macau's economic diversification [7] - In the first five months of the year, the cooperation zone saw a 15.91% increase in VAT invoices, indicating strong growth in sectors like manufacturing and information services [7] Government Initiatives - The new government has outlined major projects aimed at long-term economic development, reinforcing confidence in Macau's stable growth trajectory [8]